Diplomat's Saga: Defense/Offense

Interview a few key individuals around Ahgram to learn more about the activities of Nim and learn more about the mysterious Dominia. Return to Kajen in Ahgram when finished. Interview Rold and Joley Interview Nelon Issan Interview Gaston Gempin

* Speak with Kajen Shandar to obtain the quest. * Interview Rold Dakavstan or Joley Poral at the location marked in your journal about "The Mysterious Dominia". * Interview Nelon Issan at the location marked in your journal about "The Mysterious Dominia". * Interview Gaston Gempin at the location marked in your journal about "The Mysterious Dominia". * Return to Kajen Shandar to complete the quest.

Kajen Shandar
Quest Offering Kajen looks deep in thought. "I underestimated Baljir, but I will not do so again. His ability to understand what we are doing means he is either very prepared or has spies. (Your name) , I'm entrusting you with a royal blade custom-made for the Sultan's most trusted fighters. Keep it safe, you will be needing it." Kajen offers you a straight-bladed scimitar. "Next, we research a little more about this Nim and Dominia. We need to know who we are up against." You receive Royal Straight-Bladed Scimitar NPC Rold or Jold You greet Rold and Joley, who return your nod. "I'm here on behalf of the Sultan. I'm looking for information on a person named Dominia and a goblin named Nim." "Well (your name) , you should know we usually charge for this kind of information," Joley says with a grin. "But for you, and the Sultan, we'll make an exception," Rold finishes. Rold folds his arms across his chest. "Dominia is a female Mordebi who has an elite team of mercenaries under her control." "She's an expert in the two blade technique as well," Joley adds. "If I ever meet her, I'll go a round with her. I'm sick of hearing about how great she is. I bet I could win." Rold shakes his head. "She's out of your league, Joley. At least in a straight up fight." "We'll see," Joley says stubbornly, frowning at Rold. You clear your throat. Rold turns back to you. "Sorry about that. Anyway, I can't tell you too much more than that. I know her people are good, but I don't know much about them." "I heard one of them is a serial killer," Joley says in a whisper, glancing over her shoulder. Rold looks uncomfortable. "That's just a rumor. You're starting to sound like that Geoffery fellow in New Targonor." Joley glances at Rold askance. "Maybe." You look thoughtful. "I figured when I ran into Nim I was looking at higher class mercenaries and not random thugs." Rold nods in agreement. "Word on the streets is that she is working for that nobleman Baljir. I'm sorry. I don't know much about Nim though. If he is a powerful goblin sorcerer, you're better off asking someone more magically inclined or someone from Kojan. He must be new around here." "That's not a problem, you both have been very helpful. Drinks are on me next time," you say with a smile. Joley jabs a finger at you. "We'll hold you to it!" You chuckle, thank them again, and head on your way. Nelon Issan You give a nod to Nelon Issan, Ahgram's expert alchemist. "Nelon, good to see you. I'm here on behalf of the Sultan." " (Your name) ! This sounds important. How can I help you?" Nelon says, beaming. "I was wondering if you heard the names Nim or Dominia," you ask him. Nelon looks thoughtful. "Oh! Actually, yes. Nim is a goblin, right?" You smile, a little surprised. "That's right, you know him?" "Certainly, I sold him some potions two days ago. Quite a brilliant sorcerer," Nelon says admiringly. You frown a little. "Well, he attacked me." Nelon's smile disappears. "Oh? Why would he do that? That's horrible." "I was hoping you could answer that," you reply. Nelon steeples his fingers together. "Well, he did mention he was a mercenary. Come t othink of it. The other name is Dominia?" "That's right," you say. "I believe he did mention that name as well. They are mercenaries, I believe. So if they attacked you," he begins. "It means they're just doing it for coin. Fair enough, that is what I figured," you finish for the alchemist. "I'll just have to be more careful then," you muse. "Thank you, Nelon." "I am glad I could help, (your name) ," Nelon says with a nod of his head. Gaston Gempin "Hello again Gaston," you say cheerily to the halfling. He grins at you. "I hope you are here to shop this time." "I'm afraid it's information again," you say. "But don't think I won't be doing some shopping later." Gaston sighs a little. "Well, I suppose that's fine then. What seems to be the problem this time?" "Do you know the names Dominia or Nim?" you ask. Gaston raises an eyebrow. "Oh! Funny you should ask. I heard that name brought up between two people who were engaged in conversation just over there." Gaston points to the wall by his table. "Two people? What did they look like?" you ask. He appears to slip into thought. "Once was a Thestran female. I remember her because she was a mess; her hair was matted, he clothes and armor covered in what looked like blood. Had a very frightening look in her eye." "That's ... disturbing. And the other?" you ask. "A Kojani male with a crossbow," Gaston recalls. "Unlike the woman, he seemed rather calm and composed. I heard the female yell something about Dominia, but I'm afraid I can't tell you more than that. I really wasn't paying too much attention since at least the Thestran didn't look like she cared about her appearance." "I see," you reply. "Thank you for the help Gaston." "Of course, my friend. Next time though: how about buying something?" he says with a chuckle. Quest Completion Kajen Shandar says, "A gang of skilled mercenaries. Not something we needed to deal with. No matter. I will formulate a plan to handle them," Kajen says, confident despite his serious take on the issue. "Please accept this as a token of thanks while I prepare our next move."